Meaning of Regardless
paying no attention, even if the situation is bad or there are difficulties
In simple words: No matter what; not paying attention to something.
Regardless in a sentence
- The weather was terrible but we **carried on regardless**.
How to use Regardless
Use 'regardless' to indicate that an action or decision is not influenced by other factors. It's often used in both spoken and written English. However, be careful not to confuse it with 'irregardless', which is nonstandard.
Grammar pattern
regardless + of + noun
Memory hint
Think of 'regard' as looking at something; 'regardless' means not looking at it.
Related words
Collocations with Regardless
- regardless of the consequences
- regardless of the situation
- regardless of age
Opposites of Regardless
- considering
- mindful
- concerned
Common mistakes with Regardless
- 'Irregardless' is incorrect; the correct form is 'regardless'.
- Forgetting to use it with 'of' (e.g., say 'regardless of the circumstances').
- Using it in overly formal contexts where simpler language would suffice.
Regardless appears in
Regardless in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
بغض النظر عن
مهما حدث؛ عدم الاهتمام بشيء ما.
- Bengaliবাংলা
Regardless
যা-ই হোক না কেন; কোন কিছুর প্রতি মনোযোগ না দেওয়া।
- GermanDeutsch
Regardless
Egal was passiert; nicht auf etwas achten.
- SpanishEspañol
A pesar de todo
Pase lo que pase; sin prestar atención a algo.
- Persianفارسی
بدون توجه به، صرف نظر از
مهم نیست چه؛ به چیزی توجه نکردن.
- FrenchFrançais
Peu importe
Quoi qu'il arrive ; sans faire attention à quelque chose.
- Hindiहिन्दी
परवाह किए बिना
चाहे कुछ भी हो; किसी बात पर ध्यान न देना।
- ItalianItaliano
Comunque
Non importa cosa; senza prestare attenzione a qualcosa.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Independentemente
Não importa o quê; não prestando atenção em algo.
- RussianРусский
Несмотря ни на что
Неважно что; не обращая внимания на что-то.
- Urduاردو
قطع نظر
کچھ بھی ہو؛ کسی چیز پر توجہ نہ دینا۔
- Chinese中文
Regardless
不管怎样;不顾一切。
More words like Regardless
- Anyway
- Despite
- AbolishC1
To formally put an end to a system, practice, or institution.
- AbortionC1
the deliberate ending of a pregnancy at an early stage
- AbsenceC1
the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
- AbsentC1
not in a place because of illness, etc.
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Frequently asked questions about Regardless
What does Regardless mean?
No matter what; not paying attention to something.
What is the definition of Regardless?
paying no attention, even if the situation is bad or there are difficulties
How do you use Regardless in a sentence?
The weather was terrible but we **carried on regardless**.
What are synonyms for Regardless?
Common alternatives include irrespective, anyway, notwithstanding, despite, in spite of.
What is the opposite of Regardless?
Opposite meanings include considering, mindful, concerned.
What words go with Regardless?
It commonly pairs with regardless of the consequences, regardless of the situation, regardless of age.
What are common mistakes when using Regardless?
'Irregardless' is incorrect; the correct form is 'regardless'. Forgetting to use it with 'of' (e.g., say 'regardless of the circumstances'). Using it in overly formal contexts where simpler language would suffice.
How do you pronounce Regardless?
US: /["/rɪˈɡɑːrdləs/"]/, UK: /["/rɪˈɡɑːdləs/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Regardless?
Use 'regardless' to indicate that an action or decision is not influenced by other factors. It's often used in both spoken and written English. However, be careful not to confuse it with 'irregardless', which is nonstandard.
What CEFR level is Regardless?
"Regardless" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.

